The Portuguese Falcon (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2015, The Portuguese Falcon is an action and comedy film directed by João Leitão, running about 106 minutes. “The first portuguese super-hero!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A satire on anti-communist paranoia in the days of fascist dictatorship in Portugal. The series follows the adventures of the "Lusitanian superhero", the ultra-patriotic Captain Falcão, a man who follows the direct orders of António de Oliveira Salazar in the fight against the "red menace".
Who’s in it. The Portuguese Falcon stars Gonçalo Waddington as Capitão Falcão, David Chan Cordeiro as Puto Perdiz, Matamba Joaquim as Capitão Preto and José Pinto as Salazar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Portuguese Falcon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Portuguese Falcon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Portuguese Falcon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Portuguese Falcon (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Portuguese Falcon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Portuguese Falcon worth watching?
- The Portuguese Falcon holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Portuguese Falcon?
- The Portuguese Falcon stars Gonçalo Waddington, David Chan Cordeiro, Matamba Joaquim, José Pinto and Miguel Guilherme.
- When was The Portuguese Falcon released?
- The Portuguese Falcon was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.